Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $2,800 (352 Rentals)

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1527 Gervais St
$2,500
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$2,400
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$2,500
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1527 Gervais St

1527 Gervais StColumbia, SC 29201
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Bennet at BullStreet
$1,699 - $3,009
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$1,589 - $2,899
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$110

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$1,699 - $3,009
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Bennet at BullStreet

2180 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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The One at Columbia
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$1,620 - $2,275
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$1,495 - $2,150
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$125

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$1,620 - $2,275
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The One at Columbia

4415 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29229
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Claussens
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$1,599 - $1,749
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$1,544 - $1,694
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$55

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$1,599 - $1,749
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Claussens

2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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Vista Commons Apartments
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$1,599 - $2,413
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$1,549 - $2,363
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$50

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$1,599 - $2,413
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Vista Commons Apartments

1100 Pulaski StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Roseberry
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$1,599 - $2,499
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$1,544 - $2,444
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$55

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$1,599 - $2,499
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The Roseberry

137 Roseberry LnColumbia, SC 29223
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Huntington Place
Rent Specials
$1,350 - $1,795
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$1,343 - $1,788
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$7

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$1,350 - $1,795
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Huntington Place

1003 True StColumbia, SC 29209
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NOMA Flats
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$1,349 - $1,549
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$1,274 - $1,474
Required Monthly Fees
$75

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$1,349 - $1,549
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NOMA Flats

2637 River DrColumbia, SC 29201
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42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest
$1,299 - $2,595
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$1,174 - $2,470
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$125

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$1,299 - $2,595
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 16

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

5150 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
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The Carolinian
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$1,250 - $1,391
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$1,205 - $1,346
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$45

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$1,250 - $1,391
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The Carolinian

1318 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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West Winds Townhomes
$1,245 - $1,310
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$1,085 - $1,150
Required Monthly Fees
$160

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$1,245 - $1,310
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West Winds Townhomes

105 Hillpine RdColumbia, SC 29212
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Grandview at Lake Murray
Rent Specials
$1,235 - $2,625
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$1,066 - $2,456
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$169

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$1,235 - $2,625
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Grandview at Lake Murray

2170 N Lake DrColumbia, SC 29212
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia

How much are Studio apartments in Columbia?

There are currently 109 Studio Apartments in Columbia with rent ranges from $587 to $2,029 with an average price of $1,213.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbia Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbia ranges from $600 to $2,563 with an average monthly rent of $1,322.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbia range from $775 to $3,338. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,482.

How expensive are Columbia Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 239 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Columbia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $699 to $7,144 - averaging $1,681 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.